DIY File Cabinet Evaporator - Small, Light, Easy

[SapSuckerLLC]

Hey-

I made my own evaporator last year for my first solo sugaring adventure. I used a discarded (free) two drawer file cabinet, used stainless steel buffet pans, and free ceramic wool cut off ends.

The key is to only use ceramic wool and protect it from the wood by cutting expanded steel to fit as protective panels and also as the fire grate. I sealed everything with hi temp caulk--every hole, seam, screw, etc. Very efficient evaporator.

I made it over the course of a month with a dremel, drill, grinder, and some hi temp paint. I boiled 69 gallons last year over 4 days and loved every second of it. Take a look at the pics and ask any questions you want.

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[BSD]

looking good. i did a 4 drawer one last year, worked great since i use cut up pallets for fuel, nice long 50" fire box.

[Shaggy acres]

That looks great! I made my rocket stove evaporate out of a 2 drawer as well. Works very well. I did have to upgrade the fire box and riser since the 1/4" thick steel only lasted one season due to the extreme temps created by the rocket. Now it is fire brick. 15294

[SapSuckerLLC]

I use pallets too. Mine are short and thick boards from a printing press company. No cutting necessary, which makes it so easy to load.

[Chemist]

This thing makes me happy!